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« on: April 19, 2008, 10:41:54 AM » |
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Well, as promised, I would like to share a few snaps of my progress so far. I started this project on Monday, April 14th.My intentions are to make a complete story about the entire project on Car Domain, as theres alot more room there for such a huge amount of car talk about one car.  This is of course the "BEFORE" shot.  Some bits and pieces removed.  An "OUTBACK" shot in some better light.  Is that a white roof? Nope, just what clearcoat looks like when sanded on. I'll post more as I proceed. Needless to say, some rust was indeed found in the usual places. Nothing so extreme as to require major cancer surgery. Most should be easily repaireable, thereby allowing me to not have to spend a ridiculous amount of time welding everything up. Enjoy..... |
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« Reply #1 on: April 19, 2008, 07:29:55 PM » |
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Keep it up...... I've really been jonesen for a classic..... maybe someday!
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« Reply #2 on: April 20, 2008, 10:37:33 AM » |
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Some snaps of new stuff I laid out in the driveway for inventory.  this is a bit of old and new put together.  some weather stripping and windshield mouldings. There boxed up, but theres a couple chrome mirrors and a license plate light assembly. I also had to buy the rear boot sheet metal (typical rust spot). And theres of course some new carpeting and insulation as well.  I had hoped the steering wheel would have turned out a bit better, once it's installed, I'll let you touch it  Theres also a Cooper chromed grille in that shot too. That's a windshield in the box underneath all that.  And what project is complete without these bad boyzzzzzzz  |
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« Reply #3 on: April 20, 2008, 02:11:55 PM » |
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Looks like Berties getting some really cool make over stuff. I'll need to stop by one day and have a closer look.
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« Reply #4 on: April 21, 2008, 05:33:01 PM » |
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Very nice. My classic is waiting for it's number to come up on the priority list before it gets anymore work done on it.
Where did you get the windshield? Mine looks like someone cleaned it with a DA sander.
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Roy
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MD_IN_UK
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« Reply #5 on: April 21, 2008, 09:41:17 PM » |
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First of all Steve, you know your welcome at the shop anytime. Pop in when you like. That goes for anyone reading this. Bringing your Mini/MINI along helps.  Roy, I just placed an order with Mini Mania, and poof.........all this really cool stuff just showed up. I haven't got the bill yet though  Anyway, more to come.............................. |
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« Reply #6 on: April 23, 2008, 12:53:51 PM » |
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Looks like a good project John. Have fun.
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Nothing is so bad that you can't make it worse by doing something rash or going berserk.
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« Reply #7 on: April 23, 2008, 11:45:12 PM » |
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Very nice. My classic is waiting for it's number to come up on the priority list before it gets anymore work done on it.
Where did you get the windshield? Mine looks like someone cleaned it with a DA sander.
If there are no chips in your windshield, you might be able to buff it out with diamond powder and a buffer. One of my relatives told me that a local guy used to do that but I don't recall any mention of the guy or company's name. Binswanger glass would probably know who though.  |
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« Reply #8 on: April 27, 2008, 08:29:17 PM » |
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The original glass isn''t the same standard as USA regulated stuff. Not safety tempered? The new piece has the laminate between two pieces of glass thereby improving it and keeping it all together should it get hit by a rock or anything similar. The current glass would just explode into a million or so pieces and end up all over the inside of the car and me as well.
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« Reply #10 on: May 01, 2008, 12:18:35 PM » |
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Who did your paint?
Tim, I assume your asking me this particular ??? The color on the car is original paint, except for the two doors. It looks like whoever did the drivers side failed to prime it for some reason or other. The paint is not feathering out at all and theres no prime that I can see. It'll have to be stripped of course. |
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« Reply #12 on: May 04, 2008, 10:35:46 AM » |
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Alright, lets settle this now. I can clearly see the dent in the left front wing on Elvis. That should make your decision simple. See me when you get him stateside and I'll see Ya right .
If you require refrences, so far all I have is Lil Stinker, and Racing Roy.
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« Reply #14 on: May 06, 2008, 08:15:50 AM » |
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Not just for my benefit, but all those reading this thread.
What are your plans for now? I say for now because my own plans seem to change on a daily basis. (especially when I hit rust pockets)
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